Friday, January 25, 2008

Fishing in the Outer Banks


As you may imagine, the Outer Banks is a great place to go fishing. If you didn’t know; the Outer Banks is a 100 mile long chain of barrier islands. Due to its geographic composition, you will find some of the best fishing on the East coast. Whether you want to fish from your boat or from one of the countless piers, you are sure to satisfy all of your fishing desires here in the Outer Banks. Below are some important things to review before taking your next fishing trip.

License Requirements:
In order to be able to fish on the Outer Banks you will need a North Carolina Coastal Fishing license. These licenses can be purchased on a 10-day, annual, or life time basis. This license permits fisherman to harvest finfish for personal consumption, but prohibits the sale of them. To find out more information on obtaining a North Carolina Coastal Fishing License click here.

Types of Fish:
The Outer Banks is home to a large variety of fish. Depending on the season, the availability of fish will vary. Fish are most plentiful during the peak fishing season. Some of the more common types of fish found in this area are:

-Spot -Bluefish
-Croaker -Striped Bass
-Flounder -Red Drum
-Gray Trout -King Mackerel
-Speckled Trout -Cobia
-Pompano -Spanish Mackerel

Charters and Equipment:
If you do not have your own fishing equipment, there are many places to rent or buy in the Outer Banks. If you are new to fishing or want to plan a family fishing outing, then a Headboat fishing trip is a great activity. There are also many other charter trips to choose from. Half day charters are available, which are more inshore adventures. On these charters, popular fish to catch are Cobia, Amberjack, and King Mackerel. If you are more adventurous, then a full day, off-shore charter to the Gulf Stream would be more enjoyable. These charters provide a great opportunity to catch Marlin, Tuna, Wahoo, and Dolphin.

Click here to get more information on Outer Banks Fishing Charters.

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